Roku Streaming Stick 4K – What you Need to Know

Roku offers a wide variety of types of devices, it can be hard to decide which device is best for you. Today we are taking a look at the newest version of the Roku streaming stick. This device has had multiple versions with slight changes throughout the years. For reference this is the one we are covering today.

What Comes with the 4K Roku Streaming Stick

The Roku streaming stick comes with a few additional accessories to get users started.

• Roku streaming stick with built in HDMI
• Roku power cord and plug in
• Batteries x2
• Roku TV Remote

The great part about the Roku streaming stick is it’s compact design. This makes the device super portable and keeps it hidden behind your TV. Easily plug it into the power port and insert into your tv’s HDMI port.

Roku 4K Streaming Stick Specs

The Roku Streaming stick 4k is one of the more affordable 4K devices currently only running $49.99 (often goes on sale) These devices run pretty basic specs, however it is more then enough to take advantage of the Roku OS.

Roku 4K Streaming Stick Specs

• 4K HDR10+
• Dolby Vision
• Voice Controls
• Apple Air Play
• Custom Roku OS

Unlike most devices where Storage and CPU is a talking point, with Roku devices closed OS most users don’t need to worry about those. Roku devices are closed systems, this means you are reliant on what is available in the Roku app store. With limited selection and only official apps, this device is made more than powerful enough to do any streaming tasks.

Roku 4K Streaming Stick Operating System

Roku custom OS is an easy to use system made for simplicity. Unfortunately running a custom OS restricts the amount of apps you can install. Most other devices run a Android OS, with endless apps and sideloading options this is typically the most popular option. However for users that want the easiest way to stream official apps such as Netflix, Prime video and others, this is a popular choice.

Easily Install new apps directly through the Roku app store. There is a wide variety of streaming apps, fitness, essential and even some games.

Roku makes it easy to install by just clicking add app, this will prompt the install right away.

Roku also is very easy to customize, their settings menu is easy to understand and find what the option you need to change. We will go over all of the different settings in another module.

Roku Channels

Roku also offers a wide variety of completely free live tv, shows and movies. This can be accessed through Roku channels.

If you love free content you will be surprised with the amount Roku offers their users.

Should you buy the Roku 4K Streaming Stick

This is one of the most popular Roku options. The convenient ability to take this on the go and keep a wireless look behind your TV is a great addition. The obvious down side is the lack of customization using android based mods and apps. The Roku OS is built for users that want the simplest experience possible.

I highly suggest the Roku 4k Streaming stick for users that struggle with tech. I personally got all Roku devices for my elderly mother and she loves her stick! So easy to use and it is almost impossible to mess up.